Waste Recycling Officer

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📍 Ingliston, Edinburgh, United KingdomFull time💰 GBP 14+

About this role

Waste Recycling Officer

  • Based at Edinburgh Airport
  • Full time /Permanent
  • 3:00pm – 12:00am or 6:00am - 15:00pm

A quick look at the role

We’re looking for a proactive and reliable Waste Recycling Officer to support waste and recycling operations at Edinburgh Airport. This hands-on role plays a key part in improving recycling efficiency, reducing contamination and supporting sustainable waste management across the site. Working closely with the Account Director and airport staff, you’ll help ensure waste is correctly segregated, processed and managed safely and efficiently.

Your core responsibilities

  • Collect and transport waste from landside holding areas to the main waste yard
  • Sort waste streams to maximise recycling levels and minimise contamination
  • Operate waste compactors and baler machinery to produce high-quality bales (full training provided)
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation across waste holding areas and the waste yard
  • Complete daily equipment and operational checks
  • Load and unload service vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Support airport staff with guidance on correct waste segregation and recycling practices
  • Carry out additional duties as required, including waste audits, confiscated waste disposal and replacing signage or container labels

Biffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

Our essential requirements

  • Full UK driving licence
  • Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
  • Good communication skills and ability to support site staff with correct waste segregation practices
  • Comfortable with manual handling duties
  • Eligible to work in the United Kingdom
  • Available to work the 3:00pm–12:00am shift
  • Experience supporting site staff with correct waste segregation practices would be advantageous
  • Annual salary of 28,496 GBP/year(£13.70 per hour)
  • Airside pass application support (we pay for this and process this on your behalf when offered the job)
  • Full training provided

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Waste Recycling Officer role at Biffa Waste Services?
The listed salary for this Waste Recycling Officer position at Biffa Waste Services is GBP 14+. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Waste Recycling Officer position at Biffa Waste Services located?
This Waste Recycling Officer role at Biffa Waste Services is based in Ingliston, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Waste Recycling Officer role at Biffa Waste Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Waste Recycling Officer role at Biffa Waste Services.
How do I apply for the Waste Recycling Officer position at Biffa Waste Services?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Biffa Waste Services's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Waste Recycling Officer job at Biffa Waste Services posted?
This Waste Recycling Officer position at Biffa Waste Services was posted on Jul 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Waste Recycling Officer
Biffa Waste Services · 💰 GBP 14+
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